Godan - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Godan is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Godhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godan is 031256. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Godan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godan
According to the 2011 Census, Godan village had a total population of 546 people, including 276 males and 270 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.02%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 75.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 276 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 213 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 63 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Godan
Godan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Noshehra Simbli | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Sariana | North | 1.06 km |
| Wajeeran | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Saidon | East | 1.75 km |
| Marule | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Dewal | West | 2.08 km |
| Sandhwal | South | 2.46 km |
| Bariana | West | 2.94 km |
| Sark Wal | West | 3.40 km |
| Badhan | West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godan
Godan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Musahibpur, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Godan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godan
Where is Godan located?
Godan village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godan?
The Gram Panchayat of Godan is Godhan.
What is the pincode of Godan?
The pincode of Godan is 144532.
What is the population of Godan?
Godan had a total population of 546, including 276 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Godan?
Godan had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godan was 81.02%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 75.72%.